Top New Mexico Outdoor Activities

Take a haunted tour of Old Town Albuquerque and learn about the many ghosts who have made the square home. Legends, folklore, ghost stories, and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 313 years of haunted history. Historic buildings and dark alleys conceal long-forgotten secrets of battles, murders, hangings, hidden cemeteries, and more.

Albuquerque is world renowned for its hot air balloon festival. Most visitors only watch balloons from the ground but this tour offers the chance to soar into the air yourself. Watch the sun rise as you fly over the Sandia Mountains and toast the experience with a glass of bubbly. Note that the weight restriction for passengers is up to 275 pounds.

Come fly with us in our majestic hot air balloons. Our season runs from May 1 through October 31. Greet the sun as you float effortlessly over spectacular red rock desert ravines and canyons in our magical hot air balloons. Celebrate your special day and make hot air ballooning your once in a lifetime adventure. Perfect for singles, couples or small groups.

A serene ascent into the dawn sky awaits with your Shared Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight. As the sun rises over the Sandia Mountains, the tranquility of the early morning envelops you, providing an unmatched view of the landscape below. This hour-long journey combines the thrill of flight with the peace of nature. Celebrate your adventure with a toast and snacks upon landing, creating memories that linger long after the flight. Perfect for special occasions or simply to enjoy the beauty of New Mexico's skies.

See parts of Albuquerque that tour buses cannot reach, and cover more ground than is possible on foot. This bicycle tour introduces you to the nature and culture of Albuquerque. You'll explore some of the city’s best scenery, living cultures and unique eco-systems, and have a chance to dip your toes into the city's celebrated lifeline, the Rio Grande.

NOTE: This walking/driving tour includes a 5-mile hike. Experience rolling white dunes, mountain backdrops, and a hiking trail like no other with this self-guided driving and walking tour of White Sands National Park. Discover the secrets of this unique ecosystem and delve into its history as you hike the famous Alkali Flat trail through the dazzling dunes. Hear about prehistoric beasts, Apache warriors, and J. Robert Oppenheimer while you take in the park’s majestic scenery. This tour includes both a driving and a walking portion. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Located in Santa Fe Place Mall, New Mexico's largest indoor ropes course offers an exhilarating indoor adventure with its bi-level Sky Trail® ropes course and Sky Rail® zip rail, soaring 35 feet above the ground. Perfect for big kids, teens, and adults, this ticket provides access to the high ropes course, zip rails, and climbing walls that guarantee fun for families, friends, and groups. Ideal for birthday parties or just a day of adventure, we promise endless fun in a safe environment.

Feel the thrill of the Rio Grande’s rapids as you embark on a white-water rafting tour along the Rio Grande. Head to the launch site located in the northern New Mexico town of Taos and gear up for your adventure. Then, navigate class III rapids with your group and guide, admiring the desert landscapes while you paddle.

Soak up New Mexico’s high desert scenery from the water on a gentle rafting tour down the Rio Grande. Mild class II rapids are suitable for all experience levels, with plenty of calm stretches in between to admire sloping canyon walls, rock cliffs, and the desert ecosystems of the Orilla Verde National Recreation Area. Great for small groups and families with older kids, the outdoor adventure makes an easy day trip from Taos.

Embark on a captivating journey through Santa Fe with this self-guided walking tour. Start at the historic San Miguel Chapel, the oldest church in the U.S., then wander to the enchanting Loretto Chapel, known for its miraculous spiral staircase. The past comes alive in the Santa Fe Plaza and at the soaring Cross of the Martyrs, offering unparalleled views of Santa Fe. As you wind through the city’s old Spanish streets, you’ll relive the dramatic events of the Pueblo Revolt which forever changed this unique capital. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Experience the Land of Enchantment with this bundle of self-guided driving and walking tours across New Mexico. This bundle includes tours of: Carlsbad Caverns National Park White Sands National Park Santa Fe Delve deep into the depths of the Earth as you explore Carlsbad Caverns, a national park like no other. Witness a five-alarm sunset on the dunes of White Sands. And revisit the Pueblo Revolt as you stroll the historic streets of Santa Fe. This bundle features the very best that this southwestern state has to offer! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Go white water rafting on the Rio Grande River in New Mexico on this half-day tour from Taos. Your guide provides all necessary gear and paddle instruction for your 5-mile trip, which can be scheduled for the morning or afternoon. Zip through class 3 rapids that provide a fun ride for all levels of experience, with light refreshments provided when you get off the river.

Every day, we offer a leisurely ride through the heart of Santa Fe from our central location at the Santa Fe Railyards / inside the historic Santa Fe Depot. This signature two-hour experience showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, and panoramic landscapes of 'The City Different' as our professional, local tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks and local treasures along the route. This ride is enjoyable for all skill levels, and families (riders 4’8” and up) are welcome! Traditional pedal bikes are included; please inquire about E-bike upgrades.

Discover the botanical heritage and biodiversity of northern New Mexico with your pre-booked admission ticket to the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. The gardens cover more than 19 acres with interconnected trails where you can explore three main areas: Orchard Gardens with Contemporary Native Sculpture Art Trail, hands-on "Ojos y Manos." Take a self-guided tour to see the variety of terrain and plant life while visiting Santa Fe.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Rather than wandering around alone, explore Albuquerque's Old Town in the company of someone who knows it best and can provide context. This small-group walking tour introduces you to the legends, lore and colorful characters of this historically rich neighborhood while taking you to all the most important landmarks.

Choosing our launch sights daily makes it a lot more likely your flight is successful. Ballooning is dependent upon the weather and having such a large radius we fly in gives us a much higher likelihood of having a slow soft landing. We offer private flights as well as group flights. We can accommodate almost any requests and we would be happy to do so.

Explore acres of monumental works at the ancestral home to over seventy monumental works by Allan Houser spanning various forms of sculpture including unique stone and casted bronze depicting the love, culture, religion and shared plight of Native Americans. The Apache Ethnographic Exhibit at the Allan Houser Foundation showcases the intricacies of the ancient arts of quilled beading and embroidery featuring pieces curated from generations of family artifacts, baskets, bone jewelry, hand crafted musical instruments and traditional weaponry. The Allan Houser Gallery at Haozous Place offers an expansive selection of unique pieces for sale and casted editions of bronze sculpture, charcoal drawings, and an extremely rare collections of watercolor work from his earlier periods. Guests may visit the outdoor "Walkabout" exhibit featuring work by Bob Haozous including work dedicated to the ongoing pursuit of political progress and judicial equity for Native Americans.

Embark on an epic journey through the US West with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Explore the wonders of Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree, and marvel at the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. Each stop offers a unique experience. With bonus highlights like Old Faithful and Delicate Arch, this bundle guides you through the best of America’s western parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Experience Albuquerque on your terms with the city’s only truly private full-day tour. Unlike standard public tours where attention is split among 20 strangers, we provide a dedicated driver and expert guide exclusively for your party—whether you are a solo traveler or a family of four. From the breathtaking overlooks of West Mesa and the serene escapes of the Rio Grande to the majestic Sandia Mountains and the captivating charm of Old Town’s modern history, every moment is yours. Forget the crowded tour bus and shared spaces; this is your private sanctuary on wheels. Your journey is entirely tailored to your pace and interests. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups, you’ll enjoy deep insider knowledge and immersive cultural encounters without the hassle of a rigid schedule. With your personal driver and guide’s undivided attention, you can relax in your own space and focus on making memories. Your personalized Albuquerque adventure awaits!

Discover what makes the city different in Santa Fe, and visit non-touristy sights you’d miss by exploring on your own. On this small-group walking tour of Santa Fe, you’ll learn about the unique history of Santa Fe with your local guide as you head to downtown highlights including the Plaza, Loretto Chapel, the oldest church, San Miguel, and Sena Plaza, one of the city’s oldest homes.

With Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to explore Albuquerque in this exciting scavenger hunt! Use an app to find things around the city in any order you want, take photos, and collect points. At the end, take a look at the rankings to see your score compared to others across the country. All scavenger hunts have a live remote host that will help via chat. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come join us in Albuquerque today!

Dive into a spellbinding scavenger hunt and walking tour through the soulful streets of Santa Fe, New Mexico. As the heart of the Southwest, Santa Fe radiates with centuries-old tales of Spanish colonists, Native American spirits, and artistic souls. Navigate the adobe landmarks of the historic plaza, gaze upon the mesmerizing architecture of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, and experience the magic and mystique that is quintessentially Santa Fe.